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Class II, May Cause HarmF-0856-2022

El Super Leon brand, Dry Salted Plum with Chili, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.05oz, UPC 8-52605-00408. With 12 packs of 12 units per case, for a total of 144 units per case. El Leoncito brand, Dry Salted Plum with Chili, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.05oz, UPC 8-52605-00024. The label is read in parts: "Manufactured by: El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. 2545 Britannia Blvd. San Diego, CA 92154***PRODUCT OF CHINA***".

Recalled by El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, INC. on Feb 2, 2022

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, INC. recalled El Super Leon brand, Dry Salted Plum with Chili, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.05oz, UPC 8-52605-00408. With 12 packs of 1 in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Feb 2, 2022.

The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Potential to be contaminated with lead."

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "distributed in CA, AZ, IL, TX, GA, NV." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in San Diego, CA. The recall covers 4134 cases of 144 units (total) of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Mar 16, 2022), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Potential to be contaminated with lead.

Product Description

El Super Leon brand, Dry Salted Plum with Chili, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.05oz, UPC 8-52605-00408. With 12 packs of 12 units per case, for a total of 144 units per case. El Leoncito brand, Dry Salted Plum with Chili, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.05oz, UPC 8-52605-00024. The label is read in parts: "Manufactured by: El Super Leon Ponchin Snacks, Inc. 2545 Britannia Blvd. San Diego, CA 92154***PRODUCT OF CHINA***".

Distribution

distributed in CA, AZ, IL, TX, GA, NV.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.